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tear

/tɪər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does tear mean?

noun, verb

A drop of liquid that falls from the eye, typically as a result of emotion or irritation. To pull or rend something apart, typically along an existing line of weakness.

Example

"She felt a tear roll down her cheek as she watched the sad movie."

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